The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure (DPWI) invites applications for a wide range of technical and engineering positions. If you’re ready to serve the public through infrastructure development, maintenance, and project management, don’t miss the opportunity to apply by 2 May 2025.
Application Overview
| Employer: | Department of Public Works and Infrastructure |
|---|---|
| Closing Date: | 2 May 2025 |
| Location: | Pretoria & Kimberley, South Africa |
Post Title: Chief Quantity Surveyor (Grade A)
Ref No: 2025/15
Centre: Kimberley Regional Office
Salary: R1 099 488 per annum (all-inclusive OSD package)
Requirements:
- BSc in Quantity Surveying
- 6 years’ post-qualification experience
- Registered with SACQSP as a Professional Quantity Surveyor
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties: - Cost estimation, feasibility studies, lifecycle costing, project budgeting, and infrastructure analysis.
Post Title: Professional Mechanical Engineer (Grade A)
Ref No: 2025/16
Centre: Kimberley Regional Office
Salary: R879 342 per annum (all-inclusive OSD package)
Requirements:
- BEng/BSc in Mechanical Engineering
- 3 years’ post-qualification experience
- Registered with ECSA
Duties: - Design, evaluate and manage mechanical projects; conduct research; manage budgets and teams.
Post Title: Construction Project Manager (Grade A)
Ref No: 2025/17
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R879 342 per annum (all-inclusive OSD package)
Requirements:
- National Higher Diploma/BTech in Built Environment
- 3–4 years’ experience depending on qualification
- Registered with SACPCMP
Duties: - Manage infrastructure projects end-to-end, including cost, quality, scope, procurement, and delivery.
Post Title: Chief Artisan – Carpentry
Ref No: 2025/18
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R480 261 per annum (OSD package)
Requirements:
- Trade Test Certificate
- 10 years’ post-qualification experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties: - Manage carpentry workshop operations, supervise staff, site inspections, equipment maintenance.
Post Title: Artisan Foreman – Carpentry
Ref No: 2025/19
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R382 047 per annum (OSD package)
Requirements:
- Trade Test Certificate
- 5 years’ post-qualification experience
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties: - Manage carpentry team, ensure compliance, supervise repairs, report writing.
Post Title: Artisan – Mechanical (Fitter/Fitter & Turner)
Ref No: 2025/20
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R243 597 per annum (OSD package)
Requirements:
- Trade Test Certificate
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties: - Mechanical repairs and servicing, maintenance logs, quality control.
Post Title: Artisan – Carpentry
Ref No: 2025/21
Centre: Pretoria Regional Office
Salary: R243 597 per annum (OSD package)
Requirements:
- Trade Test Certificate
- Valid driver’s licence
Duties: - Maintain and repair carpentry-related equipment and infrastructure, maintain records.
How to Apply
To apply for any of the above posts:
- Email:
- Hand Deliver or Post:
- Kimberley: The Regional Manager, DPWI, Private Bag X5002, Kimberley, 8301
- Pretoria: The Regional Manager, DPWI, Private Bag X229, Pretoria, 0001
Important: Use the new Z83 form and include a detailed CV. Certified documents are only required from shortlisted candidates. Late or incorrectly submitted applications will be disqualified.
For full details, see the official DPSA circular PDF.